Schooners West Bay in Largo
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2441 W Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33770Schooners West Bay in Largo has accumulated 328 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.3 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity in 2022, followed by four consecutive days of failed emergency order callbacks. Fire records show a propane tank that was stored inside the building under the prior operator Venus Restaurant in 2015 and corrected on-site. Food contact surface violations, consumer advisories, and ventilation issues are the most frequently cited problems. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines.
Most recent closure: October 4, 2022 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Schooners West Bay in Largo: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
10.3
violations / inspection
10.3 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Schooners West Bay in Largo: Emergency Closure History (2)
Schooners West Bay in Largo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022050912 | $800.00 | Oct 4, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022037673 | $400.00 | Jul 29, 2022 | Tampa |
Schooners West Bay in Largo: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Near walk in freezer. Operator moved tank outside. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Schooners West Bay in Largo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 10 inspections78 violations · 48 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections39 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Schooners West Bay in Largo: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Schooners West Bay in Largo last inspected?
- Schooners West Bay in Largo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Schooners West Bay in Largo last shut down?
- Schooners West Bay in Largo was last shut down on October 4, 2022 for rodent & fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Schooners West Bay in Largo?
- The most frequently cited violations at Schooners West Bay in Largo are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Schooners West Bay in Largo had?
- Schooners West Bay in Largo has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Schooners West Bay in Largo find?
- Schooners West Bay in Largo was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Schooners West Bay in Largo ever been shut down?
- Yes, Schooners West Bay in Largo has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Schooners West Bay in Largo had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Schooners West Bay in Largo has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Schooners West Bay in Largo faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Schooners West Bay in Largo has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Schooners West Bay in Largo been fined?
- Schooners West Bay in Largo has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Schooners West Bay in Largo operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Venus Restaurant (2015).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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